The family will receive friends 7 - 9 p.m. Friday at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson, and other times at the home of Chris, her son.

Lynne is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Gaylord Ballard of the home; her son, Chris Ballard, and wife, Tara, of Elm City; her daughter, Emily B. Pate, and husband, Jody, of Bailey; grandchildren, Cole, Christopher, Josh, Will, John, Lauren, Ava and Luke; and her brother, Ray Barnes, and wife, Ellen, of Virginia.

Condolences may be directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home at www.joyners.net.